Bert

Masculine

Meaning

Bright or illustrious.

Etymology

Bert is a diminutive of names containing the Germanic element 'beraht,' meaning 'bright' or 'illustrious,' such as Albert, Herbert, or Bertram. It became used as an independent given name in the 19th and 20th centuries.

About the Name Bert

Bert emerged as a standalone given name in the late 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has a friendly, approachable quality and was popular in the mid-20th century.

Notable Bearers

Bert Lahr Bert Reynolds Bert Blyleven

Historical People Named Bert

BERT FERNALD

SENATOR

BERT JEWELL

M.

Bert Gallia

Bert Griffith

Bert Haney

Bert Hough

Bert Kennedy

Bert M. Jewell

President of the A.F. of L.'s railway employees

Bert Manfred Fernald

Governor

Bert P. Garnett

Bert Sarai

Bert Snell

Representative

Bert Swain

Bert W. Kennedy